Discover Florence 4, 5 or 6 Nights
Explore classic Italy!
Step into a city steeped in history with a 4, 5, or 6-night stay in Florence! Create your own itinerary as you wander, sip, and taste your way through this iconic city. Upgrade your package for extra amenities!
What's Included
No trip to Tuscany's capital is complete without sampling its finest sips and specialties! You can spend your evenings devouring famous Florentine steaks while sipping on locally-grown and bottled Chianti wine.
Itinerary
Day 1. Welcome to Florence!
Arrive in Florence Airport and enjoy a transfer straight to your hotel. Spend the rest of your day exploring at leisure; consider treating yourself to a hearty bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine Steak) to celebrate your first night in Florence!
Transfer to Florence hotel
Day 2. Florence
Discover the exciting culture, the dynamic atmosphere, and all of the history that exists in this vibrant city. Pay a visit to the Piazza del Duomo, where you'll find Giotto's famous bell tower as well as the city's duomo, which took nearly 150 years to complete.
This plaza is also home to the Florence Baptistry, where notable figures from the Medici Family to Dante were baptized; be sure to take a closer look at the east doors, which Michelangelo dubbed the Gates of Paradise."
Day 3. Florence
Take a stroll across the Ponte Vecchio to the Pitti Palace, making sure to stop and explore the various vendors selling handmade goods along the way. Be sure to rub the nose of the Porcellino for good luck as you browse the goods at the Mercato Nuovin!
Day 4. Florence
Explore the museum-based masterpieces of the city today! Consider paying a trip to the Uffizi Gallery, where you can gaze at the works of Botticelli, Michelangelo, da Vinci, and more.
You'll also want to explore the Accademia, whose show-stopper is Michelangelo's famous statue of David. After a long day of exploring, end your trip on a sweet note by treating yourself to a serving of mouth-watering gelato, which was actually invented in the 16th century by a Florence native!
A Tip For Your Trip: Consider booking your tickets to the museum online ahead of time, at their respective websites to avoid long wait times.
Day 5. Depart Italy
You'll head back to America today. You have an included transfer from your hotel to the airport which will make your departure much easier.
Transfer to Florence airport (FLR)
Fly home!
DEPARTURE AIRPORT: New York, US (JFK). Ask about other departure cities
Call for pricing and availability
*Vacation package is round-trip, per person, based on 2 travelers. Package includes airfare & airport taxes, airport transfers, accommodations, and breakfast daily! Additional baggage charges may apply.
Land Only packages are available
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Florence (FLR)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 4 nights in Florence at the Hotel Palazzo Ricasoli or similar
- Breakfast daily
- Explore the magnificent birthplace of the Renaissance - Florence!
- Stare into the eyes of Michelangelo's David at the Accademia.
- Sample the local specialties and wine such as Florentine Steak and Chianti red!
- Enjoy panoramic views of the city from some of the world's most breathtaking gardens.
- Attach a padlock to the Ponte Vecchio - throw the key into the Arno River below, and your love will go on forever!
No trip to Tuscany's capital is complete without sampling its finest sips and specialties! You can spend your evenings devouring famous Florentine steaks while sipping on locally-grown and bottled Chianti wine.
Itinerary
Day 1. Welcome to Florence!
Arrive in Florence Airport and enjoy a transfer straight to your hotel. Spend the rest of your day exploring at leisure; consider treating yourself to a hearty bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine Steak) to celebrate your first night in Florence!
Transfer to Florence hotel
Day 2. Florence
Discover the exciting culture, the dynamic atmosphere, and all of the history that exists in this vibrant city. Pay a visit to the Piazza del Duomo, where you'll find Giotto's famous bell tower as well as the city's duomo, which took nearly 150 years to complete.
This plaza is also home to the Florence Baptistry, where notable figures from the Medici Family to Dante were baptized; be sure to take a closer look at the east doors, which Michelangelo dubbed the Gates of Paradise."
Day 3. Florence
Take a stroll across the Ponte Vecchio to the Pitti Palace, making sure to stop and explore the various vendors selling handmade goods along the way. Be sure to rub the nose of the Porcellino for good luck as you browse the goods at the Mercato Nuovin!
Day 4. Florence
Explore the museum-based masterpieces of the city today! Consider paying a trip to the Uffizi Gallery, where you can gaze at the works of Botticelli, Michelangelo, da Vinci, and more.
You'll also want to explore the Accademia, whose show-stopper is Michelangelo's famous statue of David. After a long day of exploring, end your trip on a sweet note by treating yourself to a serving of mouth-watering gelato, which was actually invented in the 16th century by a Florence native!
A Tip For Your Trip: Consider booking your tickets to the museum online ahead of time, at their respective websites to avoid long wait times.
Day 5. Depart Italy
You'll head back to America today. You have an included transfer from your hotel to the airport which will make your departure much easier.
Transfer to Florence airport (FLR)
Fly home!
DEPARTURE AIRPORT: New York, US (JFK). Ask about other departure cities
Call for pricing and availability
*Vacation package is round-trip, per person, based on 2 travelers. Package includes airfare & airport taxes, airport transfers, accommodations, and breakfast daily! Additional baggage charges may apply.
Land Only packages are available
*Price based on least expensive date of travel and per person based on double occupancy. Subject to change
and availability.
Call 1 800 422 3727 to book today!
and availability.
Call 1 800 422 3727 to book today!
Call to book today 1 800 422 3727
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.Unique Explorations
Take your rental car and spend the last few nights of your vacation at an accommodation nestled in the Tuscan hills. Surrounded by vineyards and cities alike, feel free to make day trips of your choice. Maybe you'll see the Leaning Tower of Pisa or Maybe you'll spend your time in Florence to admire classic art from Picasso and da Vinci.
ITINERARY
Day 1. Welcome to Italy!
Pick up your rental car and head to your accommodation. Why not explore the Frascati area? Its busy city center has a rich history and culture and today has an incredible business district, which attracts many celebrities!
Day 2. Rome.
There are several sites to check out in Rome including the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Pantheon. You will be about 30 minutes from the city, so you can do some site seeing, enjoy a traditional Italian dinner and come back to your hotel later tonight.
Stop by the iconic Trevi Fountain to throw a coin in and make a wish before you leave. When you head back to the hotel you can stop at the Frascati Cathedral and Abbazia di San Nilo a Grottaferrata.
Day 3. Rome - Tuscany
Next, drive north to your next property is set in the dazzling Tuscan countryside. You can take easy day-trips to Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Certaldo, Pisa, Lucca and Arezzo.
Day 4. Tuscany
Head to Florence for the day and uncover the stimulating culture, dynamic atmosphere and all of the history that lives in this Renaissance city.
While in Florence, a must-see site is the city’s cathedral, the Duomo, which is a cathedral that took nearly 150 years to complete. You will also want to visit the Uffizi Gallery for some of the world’s most famous artwork and the Basilica di Santa Croce.
Day 5. Tuscany
Enjoy the day at your leisure. Your hotel's property is beautiful and relaxing, soak up the last bit of the Tuscan sun that you can before heading home tomorrow!
Day 6. Tuscany
Today you might want to journey over to Pisa, which is approximately two hours west and home to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. If you are looking to do a little less driving but still want to explore, head south for about an hour and you will reach the city of Arezzo. Enjoy the Medieval towers and Renaissance style sprinkled throughout the streets and the busy Piazza Grande, the city center!
Day 7. Depart Italy
Depart Italy from the airport in Florence.
Fly home!
*Please note: In Italy, certain car categories will incur an additional drop-off fee when returning to a different location within the same city. Drop-off surcharges will apply to all categories when returning to a different city. These fees vary based on the category of car rental and the drop-off location, and are required to be paid on-site at the time of rental.
- A self-drive vacation will allow you to take day-trips Siena, Arezzo, the Statue of David in Florence and beyond!
- Enjoy Tuscany, known for its stunning landscapes and delicious wine, then stay in a villa set in Rome’s countryside.
- During your time in Tuscany feel free to take day-trips to the Leaning Tower of Pisa in nearby Pisa!
- Indulge in pizza, pasta, and gelato to your heart's content. Don't forget to try the local culinary specialties!
- Purchase our upgrade and add breakfast daily, a Florence Walking Tour, and more!
Take your rental car and spend the last few nights of your vacation at an accommodation nestled in the Tuscan hills. Surrounded by vineyards and cities alike, feel free to make day trips of your choice. Maybe you'll see the Leaning Tower of Pisa or Maybe you'll spend your time in Florence to admire classic art from Picasso and da Vinci.
ITINERARY
Day 1. Welcome to Italy!
Pick up your rental car and head to your accommodation. Why not explore the Frascati area? Its busy city center has a rich history and culture and today has an incredible business district, which attracts many celebrities!
Day 2. Rome.
There are several sites to check out in Rome including the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Pantheon. You will be about 30 minutes from the city, so you can do some site seeing, enjoy a traditional Italian dinner and come back to your hotel later tonight.
Stop by the iconic Trevi Fountain to throw a coin in and make a wish before you leave. When you head back to the hotel you can stop at the Frascati Cathedral and Abbazia di San Nilo a Grottaferrata.
Day 3. Rome - Tuscany
Next, drive north to your next property is set in the dazzling Tuscan countryside. You can take easy day-trips to Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Certaldo, Pisa, Lucca and Arezzo.
Day 4. Tuscany
Head to Florence for the day and uncover the stimulating culture, dynamic atmosphere and all of the history that lives in this Renaissance city.
While in Florence, a must-see site is the city’s cathedral, the Duomo, which is a cathedral that took nearly 150 years to complete. You will also want to visit the Uffizi Gallery for some of the world’s most famous artwork and the Basilica di Santa Croce.
Day 5. Tuscany
Enjoy the day at your leisure. Your hotel's property is beautiful and relaxing, soak up the last bit of the Tuscan sun that you can before heading home tomorrow!
Day 6. Tuscany
Today you might want to journey over to Pisa, which is approximately two hours west and home to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. If you are looking to do a little less driving but still want to explore, head south for about an hour and you will reach the city of Arezzo. Enjoy the Medieval towers and Renaissance style sprinkled throughout the streets and the busy Piazza Grande, the city center!
Day 7. Depart Italy
Depart Italy from the airport in Florence.
Fly home!
*Please note: In Italy, certain car categories will incur an additional drop-off fee when returning to a different location within the same city. Drop-off surcharges will apply to all categories when returning to a different city. These fees vary based on the category of car rental and the drop-off location, and are required to be paid on-site at the time of rental.
Call for pricing and availability
Call to book today 1 800 422 3727
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Venice, Florence & RomeHop on the train and discover three of Italy's most iconic cities: Venice, Florence and Rome. From gelato to romantic canal rides, experience the wonders of Italy on this 6 or 7-night vacation.
What's Included
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The Bride of the Sea, the City of Art, the Eternal City - explore them on this getaway to Italy! You'll travel by high-speed train, the most comfortable and convenient way to get from city to city.
Your adventure will start in Venice, Italy's floating city. You can visit art galleries, get lost in Gothic palaces, or even explore a basilica dating all the way back to the 9th century.
Next, you'll head to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. The magnetic energy and beauty of this city can be felt in the air, and each alleyway and street corners unveils a new masterpiece to behold.
The last leg of your tour will be spent in Rome, Italy's historical capital. There you'll visit ancient ruins, the iconic Colosseum, and maybe a famous Michelangelo masterpiece or two.
Day 1 Welcome to Venice!
Arrive in Venice and make your way to your accommodation. Celebrate your first night in Italy and Venice by treating yourself to an iconic Italian dessert that has its roots in the Venuto region: tiramisu!
Check In - Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna. MESTRE, ITALY
Located opposite the Venice Mestre train station with direct access to Venice, the Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna is an ideal place to stay without the crowds. From its location in Mestre, enjoy easy access to the Villas of the Brenta Riviera, the cities ... read more
Day 2 Venice
No trip to Venice is complete without a ride on a gondola! Treat yourself to this bucket-list activity and enjoy the sights while enjoying a leisurely ride on the waters of Venice.
Later, don't miss walking over the iconic Rialto Bridge over the Grand Canal. Completed in 1591, the bridge was built to connecting the districts of San Polo and San Marco.
Day 3 Venice - Florence
This morning, after breakfast, make your way to the rail station where you will board a train from Venice to Florence.
Upon arrival in Florence, check in to your hotel, and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Celebrate your first night in Florence by treating yourself to a serving of without trying the local culinary specialty, such as bistecca all fiorentina (Florentine steak.)
Train to Florence!
Check In - Hotel Palazzo Ricasol FLORENCE, ITALY
Day 4. Florence
Explore the splendors of Florence! Be sure to stop by the Uffizi Gallery, the Florence Cathedral, and of course the Ponte Vecchio.
Ponte Vecchio • FlorenceDay 5. Florence - RomeThis morning you will travel by train from Florence to Rome. Spend the rest of the day getting acquainted with the city, then celebrate your first night in the Eternal City with a pizza done the Rome way!
Train to Rome!
Day 6. Rome
Explore the highlights of Rome today! The famous stops you’ll enjoy along the way include The Colosseum, Piazza Navona and the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps.
Spend some time in the Vatican City, time willing. .Be sure to check out the St. Peter's Basilica; inside you'll find sculptures and works by masters such as Bernini and Michelangelo.
Day 7. Depart Italy
Your Italian holiday comes to an end today. In accordance with your return flight make your way to Rome airport for your journey home.
Fly home!
Call for availability and pricing. 1 800 422 3727
Arrive in Venice and make your way to your accommodation. Celebrate your first night in Italy and Venice by treating yourself to an iconic Italian dessert that has its roots in the Venuto region: tiramisu!
Check In - Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna. MESTRE, ITALY
Located opposite the Venice Mestre train station with direct access to Venice, the Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna is an ideal place to stay without the crowds. From its location in Mestre, enjoy easy access to the Villas of the Brenta Riviera, the cities ... read more
Day 2 Venice
No trip to Venice is complete without a ride on a gondola! Treat yourself to this bucket-list activity and enjoy the sights while enjoying a leisurely ride on the waters of Venice.
Later, don't miss walking over the iconic Rialto Bridge over the Grand Canal. Completed in 1591, the bridge was built to connecting the districts of San Polo and San Marco.
Day 3 Venice - Florence
This morning, after breakfast, make your way to the rail station where you will board a train from Venice to Florence.
Upon arrival in Florence, check in to your hotel, and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Celebrate your first night in Florence by treating yourself to a serving of without trying the local culinary specialty, such as bistecca all fiorentina (Florentine steak.)
Train to Florence!
Check In - Hotel Palazzo Ricasol FLORENCE, ITALY
Day 4. Florence
Explore the splendors of Florence! Be sure to stop by the Uffizi Gallery, the Florence Cathedral, and of course the Ponte Vecchio.
Ponte Vecchio • FlorenceDay 5. Florence - RomeThis morning you will travel by train from Florence to Rome. Spend the rest of the day getting acquainted with the city, then celebrate your first night in the Eternal City with a pizza done the Rome way!
Train to Rome!
Day 6. Rome
Explore the highlights of Rome today! The famous stops you’ll enjoy along the way include The Colosseum, Piazza Navona and the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps.
Spend some time in the Vatican City, time willing. .Be sure to check out the St. Peter's Basilica; inside you'll find sculptures and works by masters such as Bernini and Michelangelo.
Day 7. Depart Italy
Your Italian holiday comes to an end today. In accordance with your return flight make your way to Rome airport for your journey home.
Fly home!
Call for availability and pricing. 1 800 422 3727
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Northern Italy
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Daily Itinerary
Day 1 USA - Rome
Enjoy a relaxing overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 Explore Rome
Upon arrival in Rome make your own way to your hotel. Enjoy a free day in the "Eternal City."
Superior Tourist Class: Camelia or similar hotels
Day 3 Explore Rome
Join your walking tour of Rome and visit the Trevi Fountain, where throwing in a coin ensures returning to Rome, the Piazza Navona, site of Bernini's fountains and the Pantheon. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Camelia or similar hotels
Day 4 Rome
Enjoy a free day in Rome or take an optional tour to the Naples, Pompeii and Capri. Consider a meal at Travestere this evening. (B) Superior Tourist Class: Camelia or similar hotels
Day 5 Rome - Florence
Board the train to Florence (ticket included). Upon arrival in Florence, make your way to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Consider visiting the Uffizi Gallery and its treasures. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Cosimo de Medici or similar hotels
Day 6 Florence
In the morning enjoy your walking city tour included in your program and discover Florence's unique heritage and breathtaking beauty accompanied by an expert and fun tour guide. During this walk, you will see Piazza della Signoria with the town hall Palazzo Vecchio, the Duomo, the Baptistery with its "Gates of Paradise", Giotto's independent bell tower, Brunelleschi's Dome, Santa Trinita and Orsanmichele Church and the Pontevecchio Bridge. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Cosimo de Medici or similar hotels
Day 7 Florence, Cinque Terre, La Spezia
Join your tour to Cinque Terre. You will visit the famous villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso and Vernazza. At the end of your visit you will be dropped at La Spezia and check in to your hotel for overnight. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: NH La Spezia Hotel or similar hotels
Day 8 La Spezia - Milan
This morning join your train trip (ticket included) to Milan. Upon arrival check into your hotel and start exploring this fashion city. Do not miss out on visiting the impressive Milan Duomo. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Hotel des Etrangers or similar hotels
Day 9 Milan
After breakfast make your way to Milan airport to catch your return flight home. (B)
9-day/7-night package visiting Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre & Milan. Includes accommodation at Superior tourist class hotels with breakfast daily, walking tours in Rome & Florence, a full-day tour to Cinque Terre, and 2nd class trains between Rome & Florence and between La Spezia & Milan.
Includes
Transfers per itinerary. Hotels per itinerary or similar. Sightseeing per itinerary Airport taxes. ASTA TOP Tour operator travel funds protection program. Daily continental or buffet breakfast. Train tickets per itinerary
Excludes
Personal expenses. Optional tours. Customary tips and gratuities. Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary. Local city taxes
Day 1 USA - Rome
Enjoy a relaxing overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 Explore Rome
Upon arrival in Rome make your own way to your hotel. Enjoy a free day in the "Eternal City."
Superior Tourist Class: Camelia or similar hotels
Day 3 Explore Rome
Join your walking tour of Rome and visit the Trevi Fountain, where throwing in a coin ensures returning to Rome, the Piazza Navona, site of Bernini's fountains and the Pantheon. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Camelia or similar hotels
Day 4 Rome
Enjoy a free day in Rome or take an optional tour to the Naples, Pompeii and Capri. Consider a meal at Travestere this evening. (B) Superior Tourist Class: Camelia or similar hotels
Day 5 Rome - Florence
Board the train to Florence (ticket included). Upon arrival in Florence, make your way to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Consider visiting the Uffizi Gallery and its treasures. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Cosimo de Medici or similar hotels
Day 6 Florence
In the morning enjoy your walking city tour included in your program and discover Florence's unique heritage and breathtaking beauty accompanied by an expert and fun tour guide. During this walk, you will see Piazza della Signoria with the town hall Palazzo Vecchio, the Duomo, the Baptistery with its "Gates of Paradise", Giotto's independent bell tower, Brunelleschi's Dome, Santa Trinita and Orsanmichele Church and the Pontevecchio Bridge. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Cosimo de Medici or similar hotels
Day 7 Florence, Cinque Terre, La Spezia
Join your tour to Cinque Terre. You will visit the famous villages of Riomaggiore, Manarola, Monterosso and Vernazza. At the end of your visit you will be dropped at La Spezia and check in to your hotel for overnight. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: NH La Spezia Hotel or similar hotels
Day 8 La Spezia - Milan
This morning join your train trip (ticket included) to Milan. Upon arrival check into your hotel and start exploring this fashion city. Do not miss out on visiting the impressive Milan Duomo. (B)
Superior Tourist Class: Hotel des Etrangers or similar hotels
Day 9 Milan
After breakfast make your way to Milan airport to catch your return flight home. (B)
9-day/7-night package visiting Rome, Florence, Cinque Terre & Milan. Includes accommodation at Superior tourist class hotels with breakfast daily, walking tours in Rome & Florence, a full-day tour to Cinque Terre, and 2nd class trains between Rome & Florence and between La Spezia & Milan.
Includes
Transfers per itinerary. Hotels per itinerary or similar. Sightseeing per itinerary Airport taxes. ASTA TOP Tour operator travel funds protection program. Daily continental or buffet breakfast. Train tickets per itinerary
Excludes
Personal expenses. Optional tours. Customary tips and gratuities. Transfers not mentioned in the itinerary. Local city taxes
Call for pricing and availability
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Spotlight on Tuscany9 Days/8 Nights from $1549* per person
The rolling hills of Tuscany are home to sprawling vineyards, charming medieval hill towns and enchanting cities steeped in history, culture and legend. Discover them for yourself on this relaxing sojourn into the Italian countryside. Visit Florence, Siena, Pisa and San Gimignano. Sample cheese at the farm where it is made. Partake in a Tuscan cooking class. Savor a seven-night stay in Montecatini Terme, the famous resort and spa town. Enjoy free time to explore the cultural treasures of Florence, including Michelangelo’s “David.” Discover the charming town of Lucca, Italy’s best-kept secret. Learn about the heroic deeds of WWII at remains of the Gothic Line and visit the Museum of Liberation. Enjoy fabulous local wines and the region’s famous cuisine. This is Tuscany as you always imagined it. |
Day 1
Overnight Flight
Day 2
Dinner Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Montecatini Terme, Italy - Tour Begins
Your tour opens in the famous spa resort town of Montecatini Terme, nestled in the heart of the rolling hills of Tuscany. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner where regional foods and Italian wines kick off your adventure.
Day 3
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Florence
A cultural tour in the “Cradle of the Italian Renaissance” showcases the beautiful city of Florence. Join a local Florentine guide who highlights many of the city’s priceless treasures including a visit to the Academy Gallery* – housing Michelangelo’s monumental statue of David. At the Piazza del Duomo, the center of religious life in medieval Florence, see the impressive Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the gilded bronze doors of the Baptistery dedicated to St. John. Take the remainder of your day to explore this unparalleled city as you choose.
Day 4
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Lucca - Borgo a Mozzano - Gothic Line
Set out on a guided visit to Lucca, Tuscany’s best-kept secret. Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches, medieval streets flanked by towers, and delightful squares are just some of Lucca’s charms. Visit the medieval Basilica di San Frediano. Its otherwise simple façade is adorned with a colorful 13th-century mosaic. Enjoy some time to explore at your own pace. Then set off for Borgo a Mozzano to see the remarkable Ponte del Diavolo (Devil’s Bridge). Continue on to the Gothic Line. Built by the Germans, it was one of their last lines of defense during WWII. We will visit the Museum of Liberation and see the actual fortifications and bunkers.
Day 5
Breakfast & Dinner Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Pisa
Explore the many historic sites in the ancient maritime Republic of Pisa including the Piazza dei Miracoli, or “Field of Miracles” (UNESCO). Keep your camera handy during our stop at the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. You probably won’t be able to resist taking a picture that makes it appear as if you are holding this iconic structure up. Visit the Baptistery, the largest in all of Italy. This impressive building of Romanesque and Gothic architecture is known for its perfect acoustics. This evening we travel to the quiet countryside to learn the secrets of traditional Tuscan cuisine. Partake in a cooking class featuring a bounty of local ingredients and culinary techniques that have been passed down for generations. Then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor during dinner.
Day 6
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Siena
Welcome to Siena. Discover this charming town with a local guide. Embark on a walking tour through its narrow Gothic streets. Take in stunning palaces, mansions and the historic Piazza del Campo along the way. Then, it’s your choice! Explore Siena's beautiful Gothic Cathedral at your own pace or join your guide to get to know local life in a contrada (neighborhood). Next we make our way to a Tuscan winery and meet the people behind some of Chianti‘s finest wines. Learn from experts as you savor a selection of the local varieties. You’ll also learn about the art of winemaking and the process of making olive oil.
Day 7
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Montecatini Terme
The day is yours to relax and experience the local flavor. Take this opportunity to shop at the local boutiques and dine at one of the many fine local restaurants. Or, perhaps you will choose an optional excursion to Cinque Terre with its rugged coastline dotted with terraced vineyards. Explore its string of fishing villages nestled between the mountains and the Mediterranean.
Day 8
Breakfast & Dinner Hotel Ercolini And Savi
San Gimignano - Cheese Farm Visit
Begin the day by traveling to the hilltop village of San Gimignano, one of the most picturesque places in Tuscany. Explore this enchanting medieval town, from its famous 14 towers to its magnificent vistas overlooking the vineyards of Tuscany. Enjoy free time and perhaps indulge in some gelato. Later, experience breathtaking views of the Tuscan hills as we make our way to a cheese farm. Learn how the famous pecorino cheese is made before sampling it for yourself. A delightful experience awaits this evening when you attend a Tuscan feast featuring traditional cuisine and savory wines in the magical Tuscan countryside.
Day 9
Breakfast
Montecatini Terme - Tour Ends
Your journey comes to a close today. Depart with many fond memories of Tuscany.
*Rate is per person, land only, double occupancy, tour inclusions and available options may vary based on departure date.
Call for pricing and availability
These tours sell out, availability subject to change at any time. Call 1 800 422 3727 today!
Overnight Flight
Day 2
Dinner Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Montecatini Terme, Italy - Tour Begins
Your tour opens in the famous spa resort town of Montecatini Terme, nestled in the heart of the rolling hills of Tuscany. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner where regional foods and Italian wines kick off your adventure.
Day 3
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Florence
A cultural tour in the “Cradle of the Italian Renaissance” showcases the beautiful city of Florence. Join a local Florentine guide who highlights many of the city’s priceless treasures including a visit to the Academy Gallery* – housing Michelangelo’s monumental statue of David. At the Piazza del Duomo, the center of religious life in medieval Florence, see the impressive Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the gilded bronze doors of the Baptistery dedicated to St. John. Take the remainder of your day to explore this unparalleled city as you choose.
Day 4
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Lucca - Borgo a Mozzano - Gothic Line
Set out on a guided visit to Lucca, Tuscany’s best-kept secret. Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches, medieval streets flanked by towers, and delightful squares are just some of Lucca’s charms. Visit the medieval Basilica di San Frediano. Its otherwise simple façade is adorned with a colorful 13th-century mosaic. Enjoy some time to explore at your own pace. Then set off for Borgo a Mozzano to see the remarkable Ponte del Diavolo (Devil’s Bridge). Continue on to the Gothic Line. Built by the Germans, it was one of their last lines of defense during WWII. We will visit the Museum of Liberation and see the actual fortifications and bunkers.
Day 5
Breakfast & Dinner Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Pisa
Explore the many historic sites in the ancient maritime Republic of Pisa including the Piazza dei Miracoli, or “Field of Miracles” (UNESCO). Keep your camera handy during our stop at the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. You probably won’t be able to resist taking a picture that makes it appear as if you are holding this iconic structure up. Visit the Baptistery, the largest in all of Italy. This impressive building of Romanesque and Gothic architecture is known for its perfect acoustics. This evening we travel to the quiet countryside to learn the secrets of traditional Tuscan cuisine. Partake in a cooking class featuring a bounty of local ingredients and culinary techniques that have been passed down for generations. Then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor during dinner.
Day 6
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Siena
Welcome to Siena. Discover this charming town with a local guide. Embark on a walking tour through its narrow Gothic streets. Take in stunning palaces, mansions and the historic Piazza del Campo along the way. Then, it’s your choice! Explore Siena's beautiful Gothic Cathedral at your own pace or join your guide to get to know local life in a contrada (neighborhood). Next we make our way to a Tuscan winery and meet the people behind some of Chianti‘s finest wines. Learn from experts as you savor a selection of the local varieties. You’ll also learn about the art of winemaking and the process of making olive oil.
Day 7
Breakfast Hotel Ercolini And Savi
Montecatini Terme
The day is yours to relax and experience the local flavor. Take this opportunity to shop at the local boutiques and dine at one of the many fine local restaurants. Or, perhaps you will choose an optional excursion to Cinque Terre with its rugged coastline dotted with terraced vineyards. Explore its string of fishing villages nestled between the mountains and the Mediterranean.
Day 8
Breakfast & Dinner Hotel Ercolini And Savi
San Gimignano - Cheese Farm Visit
Begin the day by traveling to the hilltop village of San Gimignano, one of the most picturesque places in Tuscany. Explore this enchanting medieval town, from its famous 14 towers to its magnificent vistas overlooking the vineyards of Tuscany. Enjoy free time and perhaps indulge in some gelato. Later, experience breathtaking views of the Tuscan hills as we make our way to a cheese farm. Learn how the famous pecorino cheese is made before sampling it for yourself. A delightful experience awaits this evening when you attend a Tuscan feast featuring traditional cuisine and savory wines in the magical Tuscan countryside.
Day 9
Breakfast
Montecatini Terme - Tour Ends
Your journey comes to a close today. Depart with many fond memories of Tuscany.
*Rate is per person, land only, double occupancy, tour inclusions and available options may vary based on departure date.
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